My Rows and Piles of Coins - Hardcover
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My Rows and Piles of Coins - Hardcover
$18.99
by Tololwa M. Mollel (Author), E. B. Lewis (Illustrator)
"I emptied my secret money box, arranged the coins in piles and the piles in rows . . ." The market is full of wonderful things, but Saruni is saving his precious coins for a red and blue bicycle. How happy he will be when he can help his mother carry heavy loads to market on his very own bicycle--and how disappointed he is to discover that he hasn't saved nearly enough! Determination and generosity are at the heart of this satisfying tale, set in Tanzania and illustrated with glowing watercolors that capture the warmth of Saruni's family and the excitement of market day.
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I emptied my secret money box, arranged the coins in piles and the piles in rows....
The market is full of wonderful things -- roasted peanuts, rice cakes, toy trucks, kites -- but Saruni doesn't buy any of them. He is saving for something special. How happy and proud he will be when he can help his mother carry heavy goods to market on his very own bicycle!
Master storyteller Tololwa M. Mollel has created a lively tale of generosity and determination that earn unexpected rewards. Striking watercolors by E. B. Lewis capture the warmth of Saruni's family and the color and excitement of market day in Tanzania.
Number of Pages: 32
Dimensions: 0.37 x 11.22 x 9.28 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: August 23, 1999
Award: Coretta Scott King Award (2000)
Award: Young Hoosier Book Award (2002)
Award: Black-Eyed Susan Award (2001)
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: My Rows and Piles of Coins
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 3.8
Point Value: 0.5
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